CORY BURKE NEWS

On bench Saturday Burke (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup versus Orlando City.

Impact Burke could be given his first minutes since Sept. 15 if he replaces either Dante Vanzeir or Lewis Morgan up front at some point of this game. Having previously scored one goal and an assist in 18 matches played, Burke will aim to rack up offensive stats if he gets enough time on the field now that he's healthy.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face NYCFC Burke (illness) is out for Saturday's match against NYCFC.

Impact Burke has not healed from his illness in time to be an option for Saturday's match, with the forward being held off the team sheet. Luckily for the club, this is only a minor absence, as he has gone unused in his past four appearances on the team sheet and hasn't appeared since Sept. 15.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Burke (illness) is questionable for Saturday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Burke is officially questionable for Saturday's match due to an illness. The forward will hope to play in the best-of-one elimination match, though for the most part he's been a bench option, and an unused one at that frequently.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed on against Charlotte FC Burke registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Burke replaced Dante Vanzeir in the 78th minute and had only four touches. This season, all his 15 appearances have come off the bench and he will be aiming to start a game as the season progresses on.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist for equalizer with Montreal Burke assisted once to go with one cross (not accurate) and created a chance in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with CF Montreal.

Impact Burke took to the field after 66 minutes Wednesday for Elias Manoel. He did not get into the game much, only taking seven touches, but one of them provided the assist for the Red Bull's equalizing goal netted by Julian Hall. The Jamaican striker is used from the bench when required, this was his first assist and it has been six appearances since he last scored.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal from late bench appearance Burke placed two shots, scoring with his one on goal attempt in Wednesday's 4-1 victory over D.C. United.

Impact Burke came on from the bench Wednesday after 84 minutes for Lewis Morgan. He had only five touches but two were shots, one hitting the back of the net for the Red Bull's fourth of the game. The striker has never started and is usually used from the bench, this was his first goal.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on injury report Burke (foot) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Miami, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Burke was a late addition to the injury report with the foot injury. The forward played just a single minute off the bench last time out against Vancouver, so that might be an indicator of a lingering issue. Burke has had a variety of injuries already in 2024 and it seems the injury woes are continuing, though perhaps less severe as he's questionable.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Burke (groin) is back in training and should be in contention to feature against Vancouver on Saturday, Mark Fishkin of the Seeing Red New York podcast reports.

Impact Burke has struggled to stay healthy this season and hasn't played since March 16. Even when he's been part of the squad, he's been limited to just two substitute appearances and a mere 54 total minutes. His potential return shouldn't affect many fantasy lineups.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Thursday Burke (groin) didn't train Thursday and is in danger of missing Saturday's game against Cincinnati, Mark Fishkin of Seeing Red New York podcast reports.

Impact Burke has struggled to stay healthy this season, and barring a dramatic turnaround, he's set to be sidelined for a fifth time so far. The veteran striker has made just two appearances off the bench, so his potential absence is not going to affect many fantasy lineups.

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Orlando Burke is not an option for Saturday's match against Orlando, having picked up a groin issue.

Impact Burke is returning to the sidelines once again, dealing with yet another groin issue, having missed four matches this season due to his complications. Luckily for the team, this won't affect much, as he has only appeared off the bench in his two appearances this season, registering 54 minutes of play.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Burke (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Burke is back on the bench for Saturday's clash with Dallas after missing two matches with the groin issue. The forward will likely be a rotational option and won't be rushed back into a major role in the starting XI, especially if he is anything less than fully fit.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Houston Burke (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Houston, according to the RBNY injury report.

Impact Burke missed the opening match of the season due to the groin issue but has already been upgraded to questionable. This quick upgrade in status is a good sign that Burke is trending the right direction. If fit the forward should compete for minutes off the bench and occasional starts.

MARCH 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Burke (groin) is out for Sunday's clash with Nashville, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Burke won't be an option for Sunday's clash with Nashville due to a groin injury that plagued him throughout the pre-season. With Burke left on the sideline it should be Dante Vanzeir who is leading the line for Sunday's clash.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in closed door friendly Burke (groin) was seen playing in a closed door friendly against Hartford Athletic on Monday.

Impact Burke ended last season injured, but is back in action with the team during preseason. He is expected to compete with both Elias Manoel and Dante Vanzeir again for playing time at forward heading into the 2024 campaign after scoring only two goals in 23 appearances in 2023, making 11 starts in that span.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Burke (groin) underwent surgery and will miss the remainder of the playoffs, he announced via Instagram.

Impact Burke will miss the remainder of the MLS Cup playoffs due to the surgery. It's an especially disappointing end to his season and likely an end to his time with RBNY. Burke finishes 2023 with two goals during 23 appearances (11 starts), putting just nine shots on goal all year.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Burke (groin) is out for Wednesday's clash with Charlotte, RBNY confirmed.

Impact Burke will miss the opening round of the playoffs with the same groin injury that cost him on decision day. The striker has largely played a role off the bench in recent months and wouldn't be in line for major minutes even if deemed fit later in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Burke has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Nashville due to a groin injury.

Impact Burke came off the bench in the Red Bulls' last game before the international break, but he logged just five minutes in a 3-0 win over Toronto, and he hasn't started a game since July 16. Due to this, his absence will not affect many fantasy rosters.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In contention Saturday Burke (undisclosed) will be available against NYFC on Saturday, per Mark Fishkin of The Seeing Red Podcast.

Impact Burke has been sidelined for eight of the club's last 10 contests, so his return to the squad is far from a guarantee the forward will see minutes Saturday. When fir, Burke has started 11 of 18 contests in which he recorded two goals on 28 shots (eight on target), five crosses (two accurate) and 11 chances created.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as day-to-day Burke has been listed as "day to day" ahead of Sunday's matchup against Philadelphia, head coach Troy Lesesne told media Friday.

Impact Burke has been in and out of the injury report for quite some time, and by the sound of the head coach's words, he'll be a game-time call for the Union match, which might be an issue given the lack of depth upfront NYRB has been dealing with of late. Burke has scored two goals across 18 appearances (11 starts) this season.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared from injury report Burke (hip) is absent from the RBNY injury report for Saturday's clash with Miami.

Impact Burke is removed from the injury report despite missing a Sunday clash with D.C. United. The forward could return straight to the starting XI with Dante Vanzeir (hamstring) carrying a questionable tag for Saturday's match.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Handed questionable tag Burke (hip) is questionable for Sunday's clash with D.C. United, according to the NYRB injury report.

Impact Burke is questionable Sunday as he deals with a hip injury. It's not clear when he picked the issue up but it's a concern for NYRB as a whole. Dante Vanzeir could get the start depending on Burke's fitness.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears availability report Burke is not on the RBNY availability report for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Burke exited the Gold Cup with Jamaica and is now back with RBNY. The forward could be an option to return straight to the starting XI in the final match before the Summer break. Dante Vanzeir could be on the bench once more with Burke available once more.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Going straight to Gold Cup Burke has made Jamaica's Gold Cup roster and is set to miss at least New York's next three MLS games while competing at the tournament from June 24-July 16.

Impact Burke will remain with the Jamaican national team following a few friendlies last week, and he'll be unavailable for at least three league games for the Red Bulls. Dante Vanzeir, Elias Manoel and Tom Barlow should continue splitting center forward duties in Burke's absence.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE